Welcome to the Symphony: A Musical Exploration of the Orchestra Using Beethoven's Symphony No. 5

Please take your seat. The concert is about to begin! An ideal way to introduce children to the magic of musicdelightful, charming, wonderfully entertaining, beautifully illustrated.Gerard Schwarz, Music Director, the All-Star Orchestra Discover what a symphony is. Who Beethoven was. What happens when a conductor takes the podium and faces of the orchestra. And when you should and shouldnt clap. Here is a unique, interactive introduction to the world of classical music, presenting one of the most famous symphonies ever written, by one the most famous composers who ever lived. With its 19-button sound panel, youll hear the different parts and voices of the musicthe beginning of Symphony No. 5, the melody, the harmony, the sounds made by a violin, a viola, a cello, a double bass, and more. And you can even sing along. Note to parents: The secret to raising a child to love and appreciate classical music isnt a secret at all. You just need to listen with your child and be a willing explorer. Talk about what you hear. Marvel at the sounds. Try to identify the instrumentsand have fun with it!